Whirlpool Gas Dryer Conversion Kit Instructions W10301479A

Instructions for converting a Whirlpool-built gas dryer from natural gas (factory set) to propane. Includes instructions for the new-style gas valve with the dial selector. Applies to all Whirlpool-built gas dryers including Maytag.

Instructions for converting a Whirlpool-built gas dryer from natural gas (factory set) to propane. Includes instructions for the new-style gas valve with the dial selector. Applies to all Whirlpool-built gas dryers including Maytag.

THIS CONVERSION KIT SHALL BE CARRIED OUT IN ACCOR-DANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PROVINCIALAUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION AND IN ACCORDANCEWITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE

CAN-B49.1 AND CAN1- B149.2 INSTALLATION CODE.

Warning:

This conversion kit shall be installed by a qualiﬁedservice agency in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc-tions and all applicable codes and requirements of the authorityhaving jurisdiction. The information in these instructions mustbe followed to minimize the risk of ﬁre or explosion or to preventproperty damage, personal injury, or death. The qualiﬁed serviceagency is responsible for the proper installation of this kit. Theinstallation is not proper and complete until the operation of theconverted appliance is checked as speciﬁed in the manufacturer’sinstructions supplied with this kit.This dryer has been manufactured for use with Natural (city) gas.Installation of this conversion kit converts the dryer for use withL.P. gas with manifold pressure of 10” water column and supplypressure between 8” and 13” water column. If this dryer is con-verted for use with L.P. gas by means of this kit, the input ratingwill be 20,000 BTU’s per hour, for altitudes up to 10,000 feet. Forinstallations above 10,000 feet, contact a qualiﬁed service agencyfor derating instructions.

For Gas Dryers with a Toe Panel

GAINING ACCESS TO BURNER ASSEMBLY

1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.2. Turn off gas supply using the shut-off valve that supplies thedryer.3. Fill out information on conversion decal and apply in a con-spicuous location adjacent to model and serial tag locatedin the door well.4. Remove toe panel. On some models, a small ﬂat-headscrewdriver is required to release the clips at the top of thetoe panel.

CHANGING THE ORIFICE

5. Disconnect ignitor wires from harness and then remove theburner tube by removing the two (2) screws securing it tothe burner base. See

Figure 1

.

NOTE

: The ignitor is fragile.

WARNING

ElectricalShockHazardDisconnect power before servicing.Failure to do so can result in deathor electrical shock.Replace all parts and panels beforeoperating.

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6. Remove the burner oriﬁce from the valve and replace itwith the proper oriﬁce furnished in this kit. Oriﬁce number isstamped on one edge of the hex head of oriﬁce. Securelytighten. See

Figure 2

.Use Oriﬁce No. 55 for Propane gas.Use Oriﬁce No. 3/64 for Butane gas.7. Put the burner tube back on the burner assembly. Securelytighten the two (2) mounting screws. Reconnect the ignitorto the harness. See

Figure 2

.8. Before proceeding, you must ﬁrst determine which gas valvestyle is on the dryer. Refer to Figure 3 - Style “A” and “B”.

.15. Apply English or French conversion label on top of the burnerdata decal located on the burner baseplate.

NOTE:

The blocking pin included with this kit is NOT used withStyle “B” gas valve.

Installation Checklist

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Check that both labels have been installed as described insteps 3, 11 or 15.

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If converting to Propane, check that the number 55 is notmarked on either of the remaining oriﬁces. If converting toButane, check that the number 3/64 is not marked on eitherof the remaining oriﬁces.

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Check that the regulator vent cap has been replaced by theblocking pin as in

Figure 2

. (Style “A’ application only).

WARNING

Explosion HazardUse a new CSA International approved gas supply line.Install a shut-off valve.Securely tighten all gas connections.If connected to LP, have a qualified person make suregas pressure does not exceed 13" (33 cm) watercolumn.Examples of a qualified person include:licensed heating personnel,authorized gas company personnel, andauthorized service personnel.Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.